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Jal Shakti Department Issues Advisory to Prevent Freezing and Bursting of Water Pipes in Harsh Winter

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Jal Shakti Department

The Chief Engineer Jal Shakti Department Kashmir today issued a public advisory to prevent freezing & bursting of water pipes in view of prevailing harsh winter conditions.

“By following precautions & safety measures, freezing or bursting/leakage of the pipes can be prevented which will ensure a safe and healthy water supply during the winter months,” the Chief Engineer maintained.

Consumers have been advised to insulate exposed pipes by wrapping pipes in unheated areas like the garage, basement, or crawlspace with insulation to prevent freezing. He also advised people to disconnect and drain hoses from outdoor faucets to prevent freezing and bursting.

Further, the advisory asked the public to seal any leaks or cracks in pipes and faucets to prevent cold air from entering and causing pipes to freeze.

Likewise, the CE asked people to keep cabinet doors under sinks open to allow warm air to circulate and help prevent pipes from freezing & let cold water drip keeping in mind the flow is minimum from the faucet/tap served by exposed pipes as running water is less likely to freeze.

Similarly, the CE issued a checklist to monitor water pressure and signs of freezing.

The advisory asked people to check the flow of water in the pipe connected to the house and mentions that a significant decrease in water pressure or flow may indicate a frozen pipe.

Moreover, the advisory instructed people to check for signs of freezing, such as frost, ice, or water stains on walls and ceilings.

In view of these emergency signs, the department has asked consumers to shut-off valves and have a plan in place in case of a burst pipe besides asking people to keep your home warm.

Meanwhile, the consumers have been advised to make use of water judiciously and in case of leaking or frozen pipes causing shortage of water supply or demand for tanker services, the consumers are advised to call on the PHE Department Toll-Free Control Room/Helplines No. 18001807027, 0194-2452047.

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Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid Reviews Jal Shakti Department Works in Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency

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The Member of Parliament (MP), Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency, Er. Abdul Rashid today chaired a meeting at Dak Bungalow Baramulla to review the works under the Jal Shakti Department across the Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency.

The meeting was attended by the Member District Development Council, Muzaffar Ahmad; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Baramulla, Zahoor Ahmad Raina; Chief Engineer, PHE Jal Shakti Kashmir, Sanjeev Malhotra; Chief Planning Officer Baramulla, Executive Engineers from all PHE divisions of Baramulla, Kupwara, and Budgam, and members of the civil society.

At the outset, the Chief Engineer provided a comprehensive update of the schemes under the Jal Jeevan Mission in Baramulla PC, informing the chair that more than 85% of the households have been provided potable tap water connections under the slogan ‘Har Ghar Nal Se Jal.’

It was further reported that work on the remaining 15% of the schemes is progressing rapidly, with the goal of providing every household with a water connection at home, as envisioned under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM).

The MP conducted a division-wise review of the ongoing schemes under the Jal Shakti Department, emphasising the critical importance of completing these projects within the stipulated time frames to ensure that the intended benefits of these schemes reach the general public.

The meeting also discussed various issues that are incurred in the execution of water supply schemes (WSS) projects, and it was informed that significant strides are being made in expediting the completion of pending work with an effort aiming to bring about potable water at the disposal of the wider society.

Speaking on the occasion, Er. Rashid directed the officers from the Jal Shakti department to coordinate effectively with Forest, Revenue and other departments to resolve any existing bottlenecks delaying the execution of any WSS for achieving the ambitious goal of 100% saturation as outlined by the JJM.

Meanwhile, the MP impressed on the officers to expedite the work on filtration plants that are under construction across the Baramulla PC, directing them to ensure timely delivery without any delays.

Additionally, he instructed the officers to conduct site visits following the completion of the projects. He stressed the importance of on-site assessments to identify and resolve any issues that may be hindering the continuous supply of water.(Agencies)

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